Original 1966 Timex Marlin Hand-winding Mechanical Watch w/Brown Leather Strap

Description

Up for sale is a very handsome, original Timex Marlin from 1966. Yes, it's small (34 mm), compared to the dinner-plate watches worn today, but there is no doubt that this watch will make your wrist look good. The unique, sun-ray dial changes in color from silver to champagne, depending on the lighting conditions.
The 55-yr-old watch is in excellent working condition and in good physical condition for its age. The acrylic "crystal" has no scratches and can be easily polished with PolyWatch paste and polishing cloth. The dial and case have insignificant signs of age. The watch was professionally serviced by Vintage Watch Restoration, LLC (Phoenix, AZ) in October 2020 and received a standard lubrication of the movement. The watch comes with a very nice "Mocha Brown Babele Slim" leather strap from Delugs and a soft, brown leather watch pouch.
Case Width: 34 mm
Water Resistance: 30 meters (not tested)
Case Height: 10 mm
Strap and Lug Width: 18 mm
Fun History:
In the vintage realm, the Timex Marlin and Mercury families are quite fun to collect and harken back to the 1950s when “Takes a Licking and Keeps on Ticking” all began. The Timex “torture test” advertising was also used in TV ads, a series made popular by celebrity newscaster John Cameron Swayze, who hosted the spots. Timex became an official brand in 1945 and, during this period, played a significant role to those serving in the military.
Ships via insured USPS Priority Mail in the CONUS and through the eBay Global Shipping Program internationally. I would be happy to answer any questions about the watch. Happy bidding!